Boards today must toggle between performing in the present and thinking forward to (imagining, strategizing, and preparing for) an unseen, improbable, and disruptive future to position their nonprofits for persistent success. What can make that possible? A new set of criteria for identifying and mentoring next-generation board leaders is a good start:

Rather than merely seeking board members for their fame and fortune, or their historical involvement, it’s time to put value on abilities such as the following:

  • Recognizing
  • Questioning
  • Anticipating
  • Networking

This is a transformation of perspective and performance.

Read the full article by Loretta L. Donovan on BoardSource